[Proud90sKid]

Another problem with tipping is the positive feedback loop. Suppose Ive just had a bunch of expenses and am feeling less generous, but still tip 15percent, but Im not generous and dont go 25 percent. There is a chance the server will nickel and dime me next time for things I didnt know cost money (like a styrofoam cup to spit my dipping tobacco in) or just plain provides ruder service. Then Im less inclined to tip generously when seeing it on the bill or receiving said service, so I end up tipping the same or less and getting intentionally bad service the next time. Then after receiving bad service that was intentional, I dont feel generous at all. Worsening the service. Eventually Ill get banned for not providing enough of this “voluntary payment” and get banned. I know to oppose the positive feedback effect by tipping highly when service gets worse, but it isnt foolproof and if they hold grudges and dont immediately return good service the next time, it will go downhill. Once, a rude bartender announced my tip of 1 dollar to the rest of the bartenders. “A whole dollar, lol”. Yeah, maam, you didnt serve me all night and never asked me how I was doing. You poured me a 3 dollar beer and I didnt order food. Yes, you stupid entitled bitch, 1 dollar. Wtf you think you deserve for 20 seconds of your time? You spent all of the time socializing with other bartenders and not asking if I need a refill,etc.